S.S. Badger senior captain dies

2:40 PM,
Nov. 23, 2013

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HTR Media

Hobbs had worked for Lake Michigan Carferry since 1995, according to the paper. The S.S. Badger makes daily and some twice-daily trips from Ludington to Manitowoc and back throughout the summer and fall sailing seasons.

"We are deeply saddened by the unexpected passing of our dear husband and dad, Captain Dean Hobbs. He died on Thursday evening, November 21, while enjoying a game of hockey, one of his favorite pastimes," his family said in a statement released through Lake Michigan ...